Louis Gossett Jr.

Acting

Biography of

Louis Gossett Jr.

Louis Gossett Jr. (May 27, 1936 – March 29, 2024) was an American film and television actor, best known for his role as Gunnery Sergeant Emil Foley in the movie “An Officer and a Gentleman” and as Fiddler in the television miniseries “Roots”. He won an Academy Award, an Emmy Award, and two Golden Globe Awards in an acting career that spanned over five decades.

Date of Birth:
1936-05-27
Gender:
Male
Place of Birth:
Brooklyn, New York City, New York, USA

Filmography

2024-05-08